During the United Democratic Party (UDP) press conference on Tuesday at its headquarters, former Minister of National Security, Mike Peyrefitte, criticised Commissioner of Police Chester Williams and Minister of Home Affairs Kareem Musa over alleged underreporting of homicide statistics. Peyrefitte accused them of misleading the public
The Milwaukee County Zoo has announced the arrival of Filly, a jaguar transferred from the Belize Zoo. Filly arrived on January 23 after travelling from Belize via Miami and ground transport to Milwaukee. Rescued under the Human Jaguar Conflict Program, Filly was brought to the Belize
A chemical pollutants workshop was held earlier today in San Ignacio, where experts gathered to develop a national strategy for managing hazardous substances. Consultant Stephen Sangster said that the session he's leading today is focused on assisting Belize in implementing and reporting on global chemical
In an interview with the press today, Police Commissioner Chester Williams spoke on the ongoing investigation into the recent shooting of Emil Rivers in Independence Village. The Professional Standards Branch (PSB) is currently leading the investigation. Williams explained that Rivers had assaulted Inspector Rosado with a butcher
The issue of whether high-ranking police officers should own private businesses has sparked a heated debate, raising concerns about ethics, conflicts of interest, and public trust. Supporters argue that officers, like other professionals, are entitled to financial security, particularly in low-paying areas. However, critics warn
Who does Police Commissioner Chester Williams answer to? Is it Prime Minister John Briceño or the Minister of Home Affairs, Kareem Musa? That's what reporters asked Musa this morning in Belmopan. Musa told the media that the Commissioner of Police operates as an autonomous authority,
Under U.S. President Donald Trump's second term, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is focusing heavily on illegal immigration. A week after taking office, ICE agents began targeting undocumented people and those with serious criminal backgrounds, such as those wanted for homicide or convicted of armed
The United Democratic Party (UDP), led by Moses “Shyne” Barrow, held a press conference on Tuesday and laid out several of their criticisms of the Briceño administration ahead of the 2025 general election. Barrow, along with his executive, also outlined their vision and policies if elected.
The shooting of 24-year-old Emil Rivers by police on Friday in Independence Village has brought up a major controversy. Rivas was reportedly arrested for alleged aggravated assault with a knife and was shot by PC Sheldon Arzu. The family alleges that Emil, who is on medication
Tonight, a family in Dangriga is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating house fire that tragically claimed the life of their beloved Sonia Sambula. Just before midnight on Monday, flames engulfed a home in the Benguche area of Dangriga, where Sonia and her two
